Building Envelope Consultant

LVI Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Profit sharing

Medical coverage

Life & disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

LVI Associates in New York City is seeking a Senior Building Envelope Consultant to lead envelope investigations, assessments, and repair design across commercial and historic structures. You will manage multiple projects, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with clients, architects, and contractors to deliver practical, technically sound solutions.

You'll apply deep knowledge of façade systems, waterproofing, and curtain walls to diagnose water intrusion and performance issues on existing and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of building envelope or related experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) license.
• Strong knowledge of building enclosure systems and field investigations.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead building envelope investigations and condition assessments.
• Diagnose water intrusion and building performance issues.
• Design repairs for façades, roofing, waterproofing, windows, curtain walls, and enclosures.
• Perform site inspections, field testing, and documentation of existing conditions.
• Provide technical consultation during design and construction phases.
• Manage client relationships and multiple projects concurrently.
• Support expert witness and litigation-related assignments when required.
• Mentor junior engineers and consultants.

Skills

Building envelope

PE/RA license

Project management

Field investigations

Communication skills

Independent work

Curtain walls experience

Job description

Senior Building Envelope Consultant | New York City

Are you passionate about solving complex building performance challenges and working on some of the most interesting projects in the built environment?

A highly respected national engineering and consulting firm is looking to add a Senior Building Envelope Consultant to its growing New York team. This is an opportunity to join a technically driven organization known for its expertise in building enclosure systems, forensic investigations, restoration, waterproofing, and façade consulting.

In this role, you'll lead and manage a variety of projects involving existing buildings, new construction, building envelope assessments, condition surveys, repair design, and construction administration. You'll work closely with clients, architects, contractors, and industry professionals while helping mentor and develop junior staff.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading building envelope investigations and condition assessments
• Diagnosing and resolving water intrusion and building performance issues
• Designing repairs for façades, roofing, waterproofing, windows, curtain walls, and exterior enclosure systems
• Performing site inspections, field testing, and documentation of existing conditions
• Providing technical consultation throughout design and construction phases
• Managing client relationships and multiple concurrent projects
• Supporting expert witness and litigation-related assignments when required
• Mentoring junior engineers and consultants

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years of building envelope, restoration, façade, roofing, waterproofing, or related experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) license required
• Strong technical knowledge of building enclosure systems
• Experience conducting field investigations and developing repair solutions
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Experience with curtain walls, historic preservation, rope access, or forensic consulting is a plus

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on technically complex and high-profile projects
• Join a nationally recognized consulting practice
• Strong focus on technical excellence, mentorship, and professional development
• Diverse project portfolio across commercial, institutional, residential, and historic structures
• Collaborative culture with experienced industry leaders
• Excellent long-term career growth and advancement opportunities

Benifits overview:

• Generous PTO, holidays, and paid parental leave
• Profit sharing and retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts and commuter benefits
• Family planning, fertility, and wellness support programs
• Employee assistance and well-being resources
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Salary: $120,000-$170,000

If you enjoy investigating how buildings perform, solving challenging technical problems, and delivering practical solutions for clients, this could be an excellent next step in your career.